NYC Warehouse Market Overview
New York City's industrial market remains one of the tightest in the country, with vacancy rates consistently below 5% across Brooklyn and Queens. Demand for warehouse space continues to be driven by e-commerce fulfillment, cold storage, and last-mile distribution operations that require proximity to 8+ million consumers.
Limited new construction and ongoing residential conversions have reduced the available industrial inventory over the past decade. This supply constraint has pushed warehouse sale prices higher, making acquisition timing and market knowledge critical factors for buyers evaluating NYC industrial assets.
< 5%
Avg Vacancy
8-12%
YoY Price Growth
BK / QN / BX
Key Markets
8M+
Population Served
Warehouse & Industrial Listings
1591 active listings
Industrial
159 21st St
159 21st St, Brooklyn, NY 11232, Brooklyn
Undisclosed
2,500 SF
Industrial
714-728 Chester St
714-728 Chester St, Brooklyn, NY 11236, Brooklyn
$10.40M
8,000 SF
Industrial
154 26th St
154 26th St, Brooklyn, NY 11232, Brooklyn
$5.40M
10,075 SF
Industrial
22 Grattan St
22 Grattan St, Brooklyn, NY 11206, Brooklyn
Undisclosed
Contact for Details
Industrial
Brookland Realty LLC
760 64th St, Brooklyn, NY 11220, Brooklyn
$24
3,600 SF
Industrial
287 Nevins St
287 Nevins St, Brooklyn, NY 11217, Brooklyn
$48
1,470 SF
Industrial
1227 60th St
1227 60th St, Brooklyn, NY 11219, Brooklyn
$36
5,000 SF
Industrial
Loft Rentals NYC
117 Grattan St, Brooklyn, NY 11237, Brooklyn
$38
720 SF
Industrial
M&N General Services Inc
194 Seigel St, Brooklyn, NY 11206, Brooklyn
$35
3,500 SF
Industrial
738 Southern Blvd
738 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10455, Bronx
$17M
40,000 SF
Industrial
36-01 37th Ave
36-01 37th Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101, Long Island City
Undisclosed
65,500 SF
Industrial
58-01 Grand Ave
58-01 Grand Ave, Maspeth, NY 11378, Maspeth
Undisclosed
52,000 SF
Industrial
11-50 44th Rd
11-50 44th Rd, Long Island City, NY 11101, Long Island City
Undisclosed
25,400 SF
Industrial
1424 118th St
1424 118th St, College Point, NY 11356, College Point
$2.15M
6,000 SF
Industrial
Industrial and Negotiable
8-07-8-09 38th Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101, Long Island City
$4.00M
6,250 SF
Industrial
Vacant Queens Industrial Opportunity
3718 57th St, Woodside, NY 11377, Woodside
$600,000
5,500 SF
Industrial
Building 3
101 Ellis St, Staten Island, NY 10307, Staten Island
Undisclosed
2,500 SF
Industrial
3604 Jerome Ave
3604 Jerome Ave, Bronx, NY 10467, Bronx
$15
15 SF
Industrial
Harley-Davidson Dealer
8 Industrial Ln, New Rochelle, NY 10805, New Rochelle
$25
21,993 SF
Industrial
529 Worthen St
529 Worthen St, Bronx, NY 10474, Bronx
$25
5,000 SF
Industrial
248-23 Brookville Blvd
248-23 Brookville Blvd, Rosedale, NY 11422, Rosedale
$22
5,500 SF
Industrial
36-11 33rd St
36-11 33rd St, Astoria, NY 11106, Astoria
$35
460 SF
Industrial
AJAM Enterprises, LLC
2546 51st Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101, Long Island City
$30
7,000 SF
Market data provided by LoopNet and CommercialCafe. Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Why Work With a Broker for Warehouse Acquisitions
NYC's industrial market moves fast. Many warehouse transactions happen off-market or through established broker networks before properties reach public listing platforms. Working with a commercial real estate broker who specializes in industrial assets gives you access to deal flow that most buyers never see.
A broker also provides critical due diligence support: zoning verification, environmental Phase I/II coordination, lease audit review for tenanted assets, and comparable sale analysis. For warehouse properties specifically, understanding building specifications like clear height, column spacing, power capacity, and loading configurations can make or break the investment thesis.
At SymCRG, we combine on-the-ground borough knowledge with a proprietary data platform covering 850,000+ NYC parcels. This means we can identify warehouse opportunities, underwrite them quickly, and help you move with confidence in a competitive market.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the typical price ranges for warehouses in NYC?
Warehouse prices in NYC vary significantly by borough and condition. In Brooklyn and Queens, industrial properties generally range from $200 to $500+ per square foot for sales. Prices in Manhattan and waterfront areas trend higher due to rezoning potential and land value. Cap rates for income-producing warehouse assets typically fall between 4% and 7%, depending on location, tenant quality, and lease terms.
Which NYC boroughs have the most warehouse inventory?
Queens and Brooklyn hold the largest concentration of warehouse and industrial inventory in NYC. Key corridors include the Maspeth/Ridgewood industrial area, Long Island City, East New York, Sunset Park, and the Brooklyn Navy Yard perimeter. The Bronx, particularly Hunts Point and Port Morris, also offers significant industrial stock at comparatively lower price points.
What should I look for when buying a warehouse in New York City?
Key factors include ceiling clear height (16 feet or higher is preferred for logistics), loading dock count and configuration, floor load capacity, truck access and proximity to highways, zoning designation (M1, M2, or M3), and environmental condition. Buyers should also evaluate whether the property sits in an Industrial Business Zone (IBZ), which protects against residential rezoning and may offer tax incentives.
How does zoning affect warehouse purchases in NYC?
NYC manufacturing zones (M1, M2, M3) govern what uses are permitted in industrial buildings. M1 zones allow light manufacturing and some commercial uses. M2 and M3 zones permit heavier industrial operations. Some warehouse properties sit in mixed-use or special districts that allow residential conversion, which can significantly increase land value. Always verify zoning with the NYC Department of City Planning before purchasing.